www.careasia.net INTRODUCING MEDHEALTH CHECK. TURN TO PAGE 3 V-CARE your healthcare bulletin SUN POISONING S un poisoning doesn't really mean you've been poisoned. It is often the term used for a severe case of sunburn. This is usually a burn from ultraviolet (UV) radiation that inflames your skin.  Fever and chills  Upset stomach  Headache, confusion, or faintness  Signs of dehydration  Preventing Sun Poisoning SYMPTOMS Within just 15 minutes of being in the sun, you can be sunburned. The redness and discomfort might not show up a few hours. . You are more likely to sunburn if you have light skin and fair hair. Severe sunburn or sun poisoning can cause symptoms such as the following:  Skin redness and blistering  Pain and tingling  Swelling  Headache  Fever and chills  Nausea  Dizziness  Dehydration BASICS OF SUN SAFETY  Wear a sunscreen that has an SPF of at least 30 and says "broadspectrum" on the label, which means that it protects against the sun's UVA and UVB rays.  Limit your sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and remember that water, snow, and sand can intensify the sun's rays.  Wear sunglasses, a hat, and protective clothing.  Check on your medications. Ask your doctor if anything you take might make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. For example, some acne medications, antibiotics, antidepressants, diuretics, heart drugs, and birth control pills make skin more sensitive. TREATMENT For severe sunburn, these simple remedies usually do the trick:  Get out of the sun.  Take a cool (not cold) shower or bath or apply cool compresses.  Drink extra fluids for a few days.  Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve pain.  Use aloe gel or a moisturizer.  Completely cover sunburned areas when going outside. Seek immediate medical care for these symptoms:  A sunburn that forms blisters, covers a large area, or is very painful  Facial swelling REFERENCE: www.webmd.com TYPES OF SUN POISONING Sun poisoning may also refer to two types of reactions to sunlight: Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE). PMLE is a reaction that does not appear to be linked to drugs or diseases. It happens in people who are at risk and who are exposed to intense sunlight that they're not used to. For example, people living in northern climates could experience this if taking a winter vacation in a tropical climate. Symptoms are a severe skin rash, usually appearing several hours after going out in the sun. The rash may be itchy and include:  Small bumps over the sunexposed areas of the body  Dense clumps of bumps  Hives, usually on the arms, lower legs, and chest Some symptoms may begin within a few hours of sun exposure but go away in a few hours. They include:  Fatigue  Chills  Headache  Nausea Treatment depends on its severity. Other than staying out of the sun and protecting yourself when you are in the sun, you may not need treatment. The rash can clear by itself within seven to 10 days. Solar Urticaria. Symptoms may develop within minutes of exposure to sun. If large areas of skin are involved, symptoms may include:  Itchiness  Redness  Raised areas on the skin  Wheezing  Dizziness  Loss of consciousness Other treatment or prevention for PMLE or solar urticaria may include:  Steroids that go on your skin  Sunscreen that says "broad -spectrum" on the label, which means it protects against the sun's UVA and UVB radiation  Phototherapy with psoralen UV light (PUVA) to desensitize skin to UV Issue 74 01st May, 2014 Inside this issue: THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING HYDRATED IN THE SUMMER 2 Page 2 V-CARE THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING HYDRATED IN THE SUMMER W ithout proper hydration, no matter how much you work out or how positive you may want to feel, your body will not be able to achieve the healthy, powerful results that you are looking for. This is because the human brain is made up 75% from liquid and requires constant rehydration and fluids. Therefore, even the slightest amount of dehydration can cause a person to feel lazy, sluggish, unmotivated and tired. Staying hydrated is even more important and difficult during the summer months. When you combine the heat from the sun with fun summer activities such as hiking, swimming, walking and gardening, it can result in dangerous heat-related problems and an extreme loss in bodily fluids. Why Is Water Important to Our Health? Every single cell in the body requires constant water in order to function correctly. Just 10 minutes out in the hot summer sun can lead to sweating, a dry mouth and a feeling of thirst, which are all signs that your body is already dehydrated. Also, not only does staying hydrated play a vital role in your cognitive performance and general well being, but it can be a helpful factor in maintaining and losing weight. This is because water helps carry out the toxins in your body which, in turn, increases your metabolism and causes you to feel full. How to Stay Hydrated in the Summer? “Without proper hydration, no matter how much you work out or how positive you may want to feel, So, now that you know all about the positive benefits of staying hydrated in the summer, how can you ensure that your body stays stronger and healthier through the warm weeks ahead? There are several things you can do to ensure that your body gets the correct amount of water that it needs to function properly:  Drink lots of Fluids: Obviously the most efficient way to get a large amount of water back into your body is to drink water. Doctors recommend that the average person drinks at least eight cups of water a day, but each body type needs a different about of hydration. To find out how much water your body needs daily, divide your body weight by 2 and that will determine the number of ounces needed.  Water is not the only fluid source that can help you stay hydrated; juice, skim milk and sports drinks are all great ways to increase the amount of water in your body. If you don’t like drinking plain water, you could also try adding certain elements to change the taste―Lemon is a beneficial add-in that helps keep your liver healthy. Also try adding flavors such as mint, citrus fruits, cucumber, or strawberries for a different taste with the same hydration levels. However, be sure to avoid alcohol, caffeinated and sugar-filled drinks, as these can ask as a diuretic and actually may cause you to lose more fluid than you are consuming.  Eat Hydrating Foods: Often times, water-rich foods can help supplement your water intake better than just drinking water by itself. Many fruits such as watermelon and cantaloupe can help to greatly replenish the amount of water in your body. Vegetables such as celery and cucumber are also very helpful when avoiding dehydration. No water what your favorite summer activities are―working out, swimming, walking outside, laying out in the sun―it is important that you stay cool and avoid overexertion during hot summer weather. Making simple changes in your water intake can help you to remain healthy, strong and fit all summer long. REFERENCE: drshelblog.wordpress.com/ Issue 74 Page 3 MEDHEALTH CHECK— THE MOST SIMPLE TO AVAIL PREVENTIVE HEALTH CHECK UP TURN OVERLEAF FOR TEST DETAILS Issue 74 Page 5 OUR OTHER SERVICES SECOND MEDICAL OPINION We provide a second medical opinion service from independent consultants on our empanelled list of qualified doctors. They provide an unbiased opinion of your current medical condition with treatments that are required to cure the illness. 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